Africa’s famous businessman, Aliko Dangote has endorsed the candidacy of Nigeria’s former Minister for Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as the Director-General of the World Trade Organization next year.
Aliko Dangote declared his support Professor Okonjo-Iweala, who is one of the candidates contesting for the position that became vacant after the recent resignation of Roberto Azevedo. on Monday.
While endorsing the former Minister, Dangote tweeted: “In these challenging times, the World Trade Organisation needs the renowned skills and tested experience of Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala to lead the organisation through identified obstacles and strengthen its position as the prime facilitator of international trade.
“A vote for her by all is a step in the right direction. I fully endorse the candidature of Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala to lead WTO.”
